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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for September 23, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for September 23, 2026

    Trade winds will gradually strengthen statewide, and rainfall across Big Island will increase over the next couple of days as Tropical Depression Fifteen-E...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for September 23, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for September 23, 2026

    Surf along south facing shores will decrease as the current south-southwest swell fades. A moderate southwest swell will build in around Friday into the weekend...

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    Oahu News:

    As Tropical Depression 15-E is forecast to near major hurricane strength approaching the Big Island late this week, the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association has shelved Sunday’s Na Wahine O Ke Kai race due to expected severe weather. Meanwhile, the FBI closed an inquiry last year related to claims against a political adviser linked to Sen. Susan Collins, as reported in the FBI shutdown of the investigation. In urban development news, Taiwan plans to raze and redevelop Honolulu’s Chinatown Cultural Plaza following concerns over crime and deterioration. On the technology front, officials are investigating issues with new Hawaii driver’s licenses not scanning at TSA checkpoints. Additionally, Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster toured emergency repairs and ongoing road projects on Oahu, highlighting significant infrastructure investments.

    Tropical Depression 15-E forecast to near major hurricane strength as it nears Hawaiʻi Island late Friday or Saturday as Nolo

    Tropical Depression 15-E forecast to near major hurricane strength as it nears Hawaiʻi Island late Friday or Saturday as Nolo

    Sep 23, 2026 Maui Now
    Tropical Depression Fifteen-E expected to strengthen later today as it nears Big Island
    Sep 23, 2026 Big Island Now
    Tropical Depression Fifteen-E expected to strengthen later today as it nears Hawaiian Islands
    Sep 23, 2026 Kauai Now
    Tropical Depression 15-E officially redevelops, likely to strengthen into Tropical Storm Nolo
    Sep 23, 2026 KHON2
    'Tropical cyclone likely to redevelop southeast of Hawaii'
    Sep 22, 2026 KHON2
    'Tropical storm redevelopment chances 'very high' for 15E: What you Need2Know'
    Sep 22, 2026 KHON2

    'Sunday’s Na Wahine O Ke Kai shelved due to expected severe weather'

    Sep 23, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Na Wahine O Ke Kai cancellation impacts paddlers, community
    Sep 22, 2026 KHON2
    OHCRA Cancels 2026 Nā Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai Canoe Festival due to developing weather conditions
    Sep 23, 2026 Maui Now
    Mental, physical test awaits Na Wahine racers
    Sep 22, 2026 KHON2

    FBI shut down inquiry tied to Hawaii contractor’s claims

    Sep 23, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Navatek, the Untold Story: The FBI Anti-Corruption Squad Was Circling Susan Collins — Until Trump Got in the Way
    Sep 22, 2026 Hawaii Free Press
    The FBI Anti-Corruption Squad Was Circling Susan Collins — Until Trump Got in the Way
    Sep 23, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat

    Taiwan to raze, redevelop troubled Chinatown Cultural Plaza in Honolulu

    Sep 23, 2026 Star Advertiser

    'Some new Hawaii licenses not scanning at airports:' Officials investigate TSA issues with new driver's licenses

    Sep 23, 2026 KHON2

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    Filipino national pleads guilty to unlawfully voting as an alien during 2024 election

    United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Bernadette Acaso, 20, a Filipino national residing in Honolulu, Oʻahu and Kahului, Maui, pleaded guilty on Sept. 18, 2026, to unlawfully voting as an alien.

    Haʻikū eighth grader wins national scholarship for gifted students

    The Institute for Educational Advancement (IEA) has named Haʻikū eighth grader Luana Fitch, a Caroline D. Bradley Scholar, earning her a prestigious four-year scholarship that covers full tuition at a high school or through an individualized education plan tailored to her educational needs.

    Upcountry Rotary announces September Students of the Month

    Upcountry Rotary announced two outstanding students recognized as its Students of the Month for September: Isabel Hartman and Joseph "Junya Boi" Braceros.

    Project Pilina brings together Maui County leaders to strengthen local workforce pathways

    The County of Maui Office of Economic Development (OED) and Maui County Workforce Development Board (MCWDB) convened education, industry, workforce, government and community leaders on Friday, Sept. 18 for Project Pilina, a countywide workforce initiative designed to turn shared challenges into coordinated action and greater opportunity for Maui County residents.

    Tourism officials hope nonstop flights will bring more Japanese visitors to Maui

    Supporters say the plan is the ideal way to boost tourism given Japanese tourists' reputation for respect, deep love of Hawaiian culture and tendency to spend big in the islands.

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    Hawaiʻi County issues Hurricane Watch for Big Island

    Tropical Depression Fifteen-E is expected to produce rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches, with maximum amounts of 6 inches, across the Hawaiian Islands.

    Red Cross installs 145 smoke alarms after recent brush fire near Kaumakani Village

    The American Red Cross's home fire safety campaign aims to have every community member feel informed, feel prepared, and know what to do during an emergency.

    Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi’s president and CEO to retire early next year

    During his tenure, Hilton R. Raethel is widely recognized for collaborating with county, state and federal government agencies on Hawaiʻi's healthcare response to the COVID‐19 pandemic.

    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    General phone lines for county departments are being restored and officials advise to speak with a live person vs. leaving a voice message to get the quickest response; state staff also continues to visit the county hurricane resource centers to help with unemployment and other questions.

    Kauai Weather Forecast for September 23, 2026

    Moderate trades will gradually strengthen each day over the next several days with widespread strong trades expected by Thursday and very windy conditions...

    Island of Hawai‘i News Chevron Forward

    Hawaiʻi Island under Hurricane Watch as storm strengthens

    Tropical Depression Fifteen-E is expected to produce rainfall totals of 15 to 20 inches across the Big Island, with maximum amounts of 35 inches.

    Tourism industry leaders to gather in Honolulu for Hawaiʻi’s Visitor Industry Conference

    Attendees will have discussions about the future of Hawaiʻi's visitor industry at the two-day conference at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikīkī Beach Resort on Thursday and Friday.

    President & CEO of Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi to retire early next year

    During his tenure, Hilton R. Raethel is widely recognized for collaborating with county, state and federal government agencies on Hawaiʻi's healthcare response to the COVID‐19 pandemic.

    Mysterious manta rays from Kona Coast’s small familial group captivate 80,000 annually

    "Lefty" was the first identified manta ray living off the Kona Coast, in 1979, and since then researchers and divers have identified only about 317 more of the creatures who rarely leave the area.

    Water department may waive upcoming bill for Big Island customers impacted by Hurricane Lala

    Some of the 1,200 customers in the system were cut off from water, others lost their water meters, and some had to boil their water for safety.

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